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Pennsylvania State Rep. Nick Miccarelli, who has been accused of abusing two women, announced Wednesday he will not seek reelection. 

Six months ago, community activist Gerard Grandzol was gunned down outside his Spring Garden home. His widow now fears District Attorney Larry Krasner's lenient policies could send the alleged gunman to prison for less than a life sentence.

Ew: Philly plumbers and homeowners are accidentally crossing their water pipes and sending human waste toward the Delaware.

Despite a small miracle allowing Fishtown's St. Laurentius church to be saved from demolition nearly three years ago, a nuisance lawsuit about parking is putting it in danger again.

The Pennridge High School students who went viral after they received detention for joining the National School Walkout aren't done yet. They plan to fight the power as the rest of the 225 students serve their time.

Montgomery County's fourth district was supposed to be a lock for women in the next election, with three female Democrats running in the blue region. Then an ex-Congressman entered the race.

Congressional leaders have finalized a sweeping $1.3 trillion budget bill they're looking to vote on as soon as today. The bill substantially boosts military and domestic spending, but includes no protections for young immigrant "Dreamers."

Authorities have identified the suspected Austin serial bomber, who died early Wednesday after a confrontation with police, but they still don't know why he did it or whether he acted alone.

City councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown wants you to party 'til 4 a.m. for the children. She says letting bars stay open later could send more tax money to schools.

Will Eagles defensive end Chris Long stay in Philly now that the team's restructured his contract with a raise? The jury's still out.

Following months of criticism for its role in Russian election meddling and a recent scandal involving a massive data breach, a #DeleteFacebook movement is gaining steam. Here's why some Philadelphians are logging out.

Last month, a reader shared her story of frustration with an expensive cataract surgery she needs with our Philly Health Costs project. Another reader was so moved by her story, he's helping her pay for it.

Passover begins next Friday. Want to plan your Seder in advance? Start a week out and marinate that brisket early.

Jose Garces' restaurant empire is changing. The star chef is opening two new eateries, but closing two others.

After an easy 119-105 win Wednesday night over the Grizzlies, the Sixers are just a half-game away from home court advantage to start the playoffs.

A new Senate bill would raise Pennsylvania's tipped minimum wage significantly — but Joshua Chaisson, founder of an employee advocacy organization dedicated to the preservation of tip income, writes the bill  would do more harm than good.

Columnist Trudy Rubin writes that Putin, encouraged by President Trump looking the other way, is trying to drive Americans out of Syria, and he could succeed.

For your amusement: PhillyVoice created a visual history of 6ABC anchor/legend Jim Gardner's mustache, because why not?

As we head into another election season, the Philadelphia Citizen has published an interesting read on how Pennsylvania's voting machines could, in fact, be compromised. (The article also has a chuckle-worthy headline.)

Preservation advocates want to save the Dox Thrash House in Sharswood, former home to the prominent African-American artist. But as Hidden City Philadelphia explains, for some buildings, preservation is a lot more difficult than it looks. 

Ever wondered why you'll sometimes see an artist — paints, easel, and all — holed up in a museum gallery copying one of the greats? Thank Artsy for ending your curiosity by describing how and why they do it.

Philadelphia isn't the only major city seeing declines in public transit ridership. The Washington Post's story on why experts say this poses an emergency for cities is food for thought.